Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (seven problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle shudder (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Train problems | |
| Vehicle Shudder problems | |
| Noises During Shifting problems |
Dual mass flywheel failed at 81,200 miles rendering the vehicle inoperable. Failure was 21,200 miles after power train warranty expired. Vehicle was in motion and began to shift very strangely, was able to make it home and park it. Read details...
I was driving down the road had just shifted into 4th gear came up to a red light. I pressing in the clutch and started to slow down still in 4th gear. The red light turned green before I could slow down much at all. I released the clutch when I did this the engine and rpm increased. Read details...
Vehicle was parked and the engine was turned off. Started motor and place automatic transmission in reverse. A loud clunk noise was heard but backing up was ok. Then placed vehichle in drive and the same noise was heard again. Read details...